Vitamins
Name the two main CATEGORIES for Vitamins.
Fat Soluble and Water Soluble
Name the government agency that is responsible for food and drink laws
The FDA
Food and Drug Administration
The digestion process starts at the _______
Mouth
Name the 5 essential food groups
Protein
Carbohydrates
Fruits
Vegetables
Dairy
What is the recommended amount of caffeine that is safe for teenagers?
True or False: Water Soluble Vitamins are stored in the body
False!
_________ is always listed at the bottom of the nutrition label above the Vitamins and Minerals.
Protein
How long does food take to digest once it gets in our stomach?
3-4 Hours
What does sodium measure in food?
True or False: Caffeine can stimulate digestion
True
Fat soluble vitamins are stored in the
Liver and fat tissues
The __________ is the amount of each nutrient we should be consuming in a day
Daily Value
How long is the SMALL Intestine?
20 feet (6 meters)
What are carbohydrates used for?
Carbs are our primary energy source
Caffeine blocks __________ receptors in our brain making us feel more awake
Adenosine
Caffeine keeps you awake by blocking adenosine receptors in your brain, preventing the natural sleep-promoting signals from taking effect.
We need to replace vitamins ____ and ____ often
C and B
The __________ is the amount of a product that the nutrient facts are based on
Serving Size
Vitamins and Minerals are absorbed into the body during what stage of digestion?
Once the food gets to the small intestine
What are the three most common types of fat?
Trans
Saturated
Unsaturated
Caffeine adds ______ BPM to your heart rate
At least 20 bpm
Vitamin E is a ________ Soluble vitamin
Fat soluble
exact numerical amounts of nutrients that are found in the product
Nutrition Facts
is a hollow muscular organ that holds food while it is being mixed with enzymes.
The stomach
Name the 6 Essential Nutrients
Fats
Iron
Fiber
Carbohydrates
Protein
Calcium
Which drink contained the most caffeine out of the 12 we discussed?
Bang Energy Drink